Teaching and Learning Conference - Atlanta, March 22 - 24, 2018

Presentations:

Institutional Cooperation in Midwest Universities: A Unique Tradition in Music Education, 1965-2015

The Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC) was founded in 1958. Music educators in CIC institutions developed a group that reflected the ideals of CIC. This study documents the formation of the group, describes thematic trends evident in its annual conferences, and evaluates the significance of the group, regionally and nationally.

Marie McCarthy
University of Michigan
United States

Jeananne Nichols
University of Illinois
United States

Patrice Madura Ward-Steinman
Indiana University
United States

Joanne Rutkowski
Penn State University
United States

 

An Historical Perspective on Equity and Inclusion in Music Teacher Education in the United States

This study explored equity and inclusion in music teacher education through an historical lens. Research questions considered the increasing role of women since the 1830s, the effect of the Civil Rights Movement on the profession, and opportunities for historical research in examining topics related to social justice in the field.

Phillip Hash
Illinois State University
United States

 

Ladies Brass Bands in Minnesota and Wisconsin, 1890-1925

Ladies brass bands were active in rural communities of the Midwest in the early 20th century, although they are often excluded from the historical records. This paper discusses bands in Minnesota and Wisconsin based on photographs and newspaper articles, focusing on performance venues and the training of the performers.

Sondra Howe
Independent Scholar
United States

 

Music for Young Children: Music Pedagogy Training at the Froebel Educational Institute (1850-1950)

This study examined music curriculum at the Froebel Educational Institute (FEI) in England (1850-1950). Primary sources included student notebooks, photographs, lectures, curriculum, examinations, resource texts. Use of song material derived from familiar objects and experiences, play-based instruction, and developmental practices reflected striking similarities to contemporary early childhood music instruction.

Martina Miranda
University of Colorado Boulder
United States

 

Fred Waring: “The Man Who Taught America How to Sing”

Fred Waring along with his group, the Pennsylvanians, toured the United States for almost seven decades, building an impressive list of accomplishments in stage, radio, movies, television, and music education. This paper describes his efforts in teaching singing through radio productions, in-person workshops, and through the creation of educational materials.

Ann Clements
Penn State University
United States

David Frego
Penn State University
United States

 

A Symposium Recognizing and Honoring the Career of Paul R. Lehman, To Include His First-hand Account of the Struggle To Reform Education Over the Past 65 Years

The latter half of the twentieth century witnessed an unprecedented wave of efforts to reform education. Past NAfME president Paul R. Lehman provides his personal insight into landmark events, documents and legislation that shaped those turbulent years. A colloquy follows with responses from scholars and audience members.

Marie McCarthy
University of Michigan
United States

David Myers
University of Minnesota/Augsburg University
United States

Paul Lehman
University of Michigan, Professor Emeritus
United States

Cathy Benedict
University of Western Ontario
Canada

Scott Shuler
Arts Consultant, Connecticut State Department of Education (Ret.)
United States

 

Singing within Social Traditions of Rope-Jumping, Top-Spinning, and Hoop-Rolling at Mount Holyoke College 1900-1928: Before Women Could Major in Music

Between 1900-1928, female students at Mount Holyoke College in Massachusetts wrote and sang class songs for annual “Play Days” traditions. This paper presents historical research on these music traditions, discussing their significance and meaning in regard to parallel timing between social music-making and formal concentrated music study at the college.

Bonnie Jacobi
Colorado State University
United States